Light Board previews 2027 budget, rate timing

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What happened

Board reviewed draft 2027 budget forecast showing $1.4 million higher purchased power costs and $150,000 lower heat pump rebates. Members raised questions about marketing effectiveness and rate timing but made no votes; full forecast and rate decision expected December.

Key decisions

• 💰 2027 Budget Forecast and Rate Decision. Board reviewed draft 2027 budget forecast projecting $1.4 million higher purchased power costs and discussed rate timing options and rate-of-return methodology, but made no votes. Staff will deliver full forecast in November with board vote expected December, with preference indicated for January rate adjustment without concurrent time-of-day split change. (Vote no vote). Read case details

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